Aprilia RS125R Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Aprilia RS125R car check
Is the Aprilia RS125R reliable? We analysed 3,760 real MOT tests across 525 vehicles to find out.
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The Aprilia RS125R is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aprilia RS125R.
Aprilia RS125R Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aprilia RS125R. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aprilia RS125R MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aprilia RS125R to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aprilia RS125R Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aprilia RS125R fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aprilia RS125R Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aprilia RS125R owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aprilia RS125R MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aprilia RS125R year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 67 | 67.2% | 6,406 | 9,100 | 12,511 |
| 2006 | 50 | 66.0% | 9,676 | 12,898 | 16,002 |
| 2003 | 1,589 | 68.3% | 10,361 | 16,598 | 23,818 |
| 2002 | 518 | 72.6% | 8,605 | 15,206 | 21,499 |
| 2001 | 458 | 66.4% | 10,558 | 15,401 | 20,142 |
| 2000 | 305 | 68.5% | 11,217 | 15,851 | 22,166 |
| 1999 | 164 | 68.9% | 11,805 | 16,200 | 22,544 |
| 1998 | 97 | 66.0% | 15,904 | 20,798 | 29,858 |
| 1997 | 96 | 71.9% | 11,028 | 17,468 | 22,167 |
| 1996 | 118 | 73.7% | 10,956 | 17,034 | 25,806 |
| 1995 | 104 | 72.1% | 10,183 | 14,193 | 27,197 |
How Long Does a Aprilia RS125R Last?
Based on 525 Aprilia RS125R vehicles on UK roads.
Aprilia RS125R Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aprilia RS125R MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Aprilia RS125R
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
73.7% MOT pass rate from 118 tests
66.0% MOT pass rate from 97 tests
The best year to buy a used Aprilia RS125R is 1996, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.7% across 118 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Aprilia RS125R Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aprilia RS125R THIS CAR | 69.3% | 3,760 | 15,950 mi | 31 yrs |
| Aprilia Rsv | 86.8% | 87,683 | 13,065 mi | 27 yrs |
| Aprilia RS125 | 70.2% | 51,570 | 13,624 mi | 31 yrs |
| Aprilia Tuono | 89.5% | 42,169 | 11,799 mi | 24 yrs |
| Citroen Berlingo 600D LX | 68.5% | 1,480 | 138,448 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Aprilia Rsv (86.8% pass rate) and the Aprilia RS125 (70.2% pass rate), the Aprilia RS125R trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Aprilia RS125R has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.3% across 3,760 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Aprilia RS125R are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (157 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (127), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (104). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Aprilia RS125R owner drives around 1,049 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Aprilia RS125R models stay on UK roads for around 31 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.